Privacy Policy

Sarthak Trust

Sarthak Trust respects the privacy of every individual who visits our website and interacts with our organization. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you use our website, participate in our programs, or communicate with us. By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms described in this policy.

1. Introduction

Sarthak Trust is a non-profit organization dedicated to community development, youth empowerment, and social welfare initiatives. Protecting the privacy and personal information of our volunteers, donors, partners, and website visitors is extremely important to us. We are committed to maintaining transparency about how your information is collected and used.

This Privacy Policy applies to all information collected through our website, communication channels, volunteer registrations, donation forms, and other interactions with Sarthak Trust.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect different types of information from visitors and supporters in order to improve our services and communication.

Personal Information

Personal information may include details that can identify you directly. This may include:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Address
• Organization name (if applicable)
• Information provided when registering as a volunteer or participant

This information is typically collected when you fill out a contact form, volunteer registration form, newsletter subscription, or donation form.

Non-Personal Information

We may also collect non-personal information when you interact with our website. This may include:

• Browser type
• Device information
• IP address
• Pages visited on the website
• Time and date of access

This information helps us understand how visitors use our website and allows us to improve user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used to support the mission and activities of Sarthak Trust. We may use your information for the following purposes:

• To respond to inquiries and communication requests
• To register volunteers and participants for programs and events
• To manage donations and provide acknowledgments
• To share updates about our activities, campaigns, and community initiatives
• To improve our website, services, and outreach programs
• To maintain internal records and administrative purposes

We only use personal information for legitimate organizational purposes related to our work and mission.

4. Donations and Financial Information

When you make a donation to Sarthak Trust, certain information may be collected to process the contribution. This may include your name, contact information, and payment details.

Sarthak Trust does not store sensitive payment information such as credit or debit card numbers on our servers if payments are processed through secure third-party payment gateways. These platforms follow their own privacy and security policies to ensure safe transactions.

Donor information is used only for processing donations, maintaining records, and providing donation acknowledgments where applicable.

5. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand how visitors interact with the website.

Cookies may be used to:

• Improve website functionality
• Analyze website traffic
• Remember user preferences
• Provide a smoother browsing experience

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect certain features of the website.

6. Sharing of Information

Sarthak Trust respects your privacy and does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

However, information may be shared in limited situations such as:

• When required by law or legal processes
• When working with trusted service providers who assist with website management or donation processing
• When necessary to protect the rights, safety, or property of Sarthak Trust and its community members

Any third-party service providers we work with are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. Appropriate security measures are implemented to safeguard the data we collect.

While we strive to use commercially acceptable methods to protect personal information, no method of data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Therefore, users share information at their own discretion.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites operated by other organizations or partners. Sarthak Trust is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites.

Visitors are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit through links on our platform.

9. Volunteer and Participant Privacy

Individuals who participate in programs, events, or volunteer activities with Sarthak Trust may share personal information for registration or communication purposes. This information is used only for coordinating activities, communicating updates, and ensuring smooth participation in initiatives.

We respect the privacy of all volunteers and participants and do not share their personal information without permission unless required by law.

10. Children’s Privacy

Sarthak Trust is committed to protecting the privacy of children. Our website is not intended to collect personal information from children without parental or guardian consent. If we become aware that personal information from a child has been collected unintentionally, we will take steps to remove the information promptly.

11. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to request access to the personal information we may hold about you. You may also request corrections or updates to your information if it is inaccurate or incomplete.

If you no longer wish to receive communications from Sarthak Trust, you can contact us to request removal from mailing lists or communication channels.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Sarthak Trust may update or modify this Privacy Policy from time to time in order to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised date.

We encourage visitors to review this page periodically to stay informed about how their information is protected.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, you may contact us:

Sarthak Trust
Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, India

Email: sarthakyouthclub@gmail.com
Phone: + 91 8987725711

We value the trust of our supporters, volunteers, and community members, and we remain committed to protecting your privacy while working toward our mission of social development and community empowerment.